What is the cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Rhayader to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rhayader to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Rhayader to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rhayader and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhayader to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bryn Gwy and arriving at Bridge Street via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Kingsway GD and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Rhayader to Reading?

The distance between Rhayader and Reading is 187 miles. The road distance is 145.6 miles.

How do I travel from Rhayader to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Reading without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 6m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Rhayader to Reading?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Rhayader to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhayader to Reading bus from?

Rhayader to Reading bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Bryn Gwy station.

Train or bus from Rhayader to Reading?

The best way to get from Rhayader to Reading is to bus which takes 7h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £130 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Rhayader to Reading bus arrive?

Rhayader to Reading bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Rhayader to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhayader to Reading is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Rhayader to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1435+ hotels available in Reading.

Rhayader to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 461 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Rhayader to Reading by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Reading
5h 6m
Drive 144.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rhayader to Reading144.8 mi
2h 58m
£36–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bryn Gwy to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
2. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Mereoak Lane - Park & RideUk042
7h 50m
Train
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Reading
6h 9m
£40–129
Line 461 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mill Street Car Park to Railway Station461
2. Take the train from Hereford to ReadingHereford - London Paddington / ...
7h 52m

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Map of how to get from Rhayader to Reading.

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Distance: 186.3 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Rhayader, Wales and Reading, England?

You can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Bridge Street via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Kingsway GD, and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bryn Gwy to Reading via Llandrindod Wells Tesco, Llandrindod, Shrewsbury, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 9m.

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